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Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

Finnish, 1926-2006

Celebrated glassmaker Timo Sarpaneva was a pioneer of Finnish postwar design. He led the formation of the utilitarian and artistic side of mid-century modern style. Sarpaneva’s glass vases, serveware and table lamps have a sculptural yet functional quality, making them adaptable for both decorative and utilitarian use.

Sarpaneva was born in 1926 in Helsinki and spent his childhood visiting his grandparents in the countryside. There, he was influenced by a barter economy where everything was made by hand and traded for services and wares.

In 1948, Sarpaneva graduated from the Institute for Industrial Arts in Helsinki (now the University of Art and Design Helsinki). He participated in the 1951 Triennale di Milano, submitting an embroidered coffee cozy that confused but delighted the judges and garnered a silver medal.

Around this time, Sarpaneva began experimenting with glassblowing. He transformed the traditional wet-stick method by creating a bubble within the molten glass, allowing him to work from the inside out. In 1954, he returned to the Triennale di Milano and won his first Grand Prize.

In the 1950s, Sarpaneva was hired at the glassware company Iittala, where he became a leading glass designer. Sarpaneva even designed the company logo, which is still used today. He worked for the company for over four decades until his death in 2006 at 79. 

Sarpaneva’s illustrious career earned international recognition. His honors included being named Honorary Royal Designer for Industry by the Royal Society of Arts in London in 1963. He received honorary doctorates from the Royal College of Art in London in 1967 and the University of Art and Design Helsinki in 1993.

In 2018, the Helsinki Design Museum exhibited a retrospective of “the golden boy of Finland’s Golden Age of design”.

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Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Grey) 3356 / Iittala
Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Grey) 3356 / Iittala

Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Grey) 3356 / Iittala

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

The FINLANDIA series, introduced in 1964, was Timo Sarpaneva's masterpiece of the 1960s. While repeatedly exploring and experimenting with glass expression in pursuit of new techniq...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Large Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Large Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Large Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala A large vintage 'Orkidea' (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with incised signature 'TIM...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Large Venini Vase 'Kukinto', Designed by Timo Sarpaneva in 1991
Large Venini Vase 'Kukinto', Designed by Timo Sarpaneva in 1991

Large Venini Vase 'Kukinto', Designed by Timo Sarpaneva in 1991

By Timo Sarpaneva, Venini

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Large Venini Vase 'Kukinto', Designed by Timo Sarpaneva in 1991 A monumental vase from the Kukinto series. Designed in 1991 by Timo Sarpaneva and produced 1992 by Venini, Murano. In...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Murano Glass

Signed Blue Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland, 1950s
Signed Blue Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland, 1950s

Signed Blue Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland, 1950s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful art glass bottle vase, model „Pullo“ in blue from the 1950s. Designed by Timo Sarpaneva, executed by Iittala Finland. In good condition with marginal wear.  

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva, blue Bird Bottle, Ittala, 1950s
Timo Sarpaneva, blue Bird Bottle, Ittala, 1950s

Timo Sarpaneva, blue Bird Bottle, Ittala, 1950s

By Ittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Uppsala, SE

The famous bird bottle by Finnish design icon Timo Sarpaneva for Ittala. The model was designed in 1956. This example is in the very desirable blue colour. Very good vintage conditi...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Orchid Art Glass Vase for Littala Finland
Timo Sarpaneva Orchid Art Glass Vase for Littala Finland

Timo Sarpaneva Orchid Art Glass Vase for Littala Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Miami, FL

A large orchid vase by Timo Sarpaneva.

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1960s Finnish Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Clear) 3360 / Iittala
Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Clear) 3360 / Iittala

Timo Sarpaneva / VASE FINLANDIA(Clear) 3360 / Iittala

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Shibuya-Ku, JP

The FINLANDIA series, introduced in 1964, was Timo Sarpaneva's masterpiece of the 1960s. While repeatedly exploring and experimenting with glass expression in pursuit of new techniq...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass, Blown Glass

Five Scandinavian Midcentury Blown Ice Glass Vases by Timo Sarpaneva Iittala
Five Scandinavian Midcentury Blown Ice Glass Vases by Timo Sarpaneva Iittala

Five Scandinavian Midcentury Blown Ice Glass Vases by Timo Sarpaneva Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in New York, NY

A collection of five elegant 'Ice Glass' vases by Finnish Artist, Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. Dimensions: 1) H 9 x 6 x 6; 2) H 6 x 4 x 4; 3) H 6 x 4.5 x 4.5; 4) Cylinder H...

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Kelo by Timo Sarpaneva – Pair of Blown Glass Vases – Venini Murano
Kelo by Timo Sarpaneva – Pair of Blown Glass Vases – Venini Murano

Kelo by Timo Sarpaneva – Pair of Blown Glass Vases – Venini Murano

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Uccle, BE

Pair of vases with inverted colors. For the first vase: The exterior is bright red and the interior is deep black. Between these two layers, there is a thin line of white glass, whi...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva "Kotilo" vase, by Venini & Co., Italy, 1990
Timo Sarpaneva "Kotilo" vase, by Venini & Co., Italy, 1990

Timo Sarpaneva "Kotilo" vase, by Venini & Co., Italy, 1990

By Venini, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Zurich, CH

Timo Sarpaneva "Kotilo" vase, by Venin, Italy, 1990 Three layers of glass manufactured with the "wet stick" - method where they use vaporizing water to "blow" the glass in it's shap...

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1990s Italian Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Midcentury Timo Sarpaneva Set of 3 Bird Bottles / Vases Iittala
Midcentury Timo Sarpaneva Set of 3 Bird Bottles / Vases Iittala

Midcentury Timo Sarpaneva Set of 3 Bird Bottles / Vases Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Wonderful sculptured bottled handmade in colored glass. This set in three different colors. The bottles were produced by Iittala in 1956-1962 and designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Fu...

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Midcentury Collection of 3 Bird Carafes Iittala Timo Sarpaneva Finland, 1950s
Midcentury Collection of 3 Bird Carafes Iittala Timo Sarpaneva Finland, 1950s

Midcentury Collection of 3 Bird Carafes Iittala Timo Sarpaneva Finland, 1950s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Nicely handcrafted art carafes produced by Iittala in 1956-1962 and designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Wonderful worked with a nice deep red and blue color with one smaller in grey / sand c...

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

I-401 Purple Glass Bird Bottel/Vase by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, Finland 1956
I-401 Purple Glass Bird Bottel/Vase by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, Finland 1956

I-401 Purple Glass Bird Bottel/Vase by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, Finland 1956

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Steenwijk, NL

This purple glass 'Bird' bottle or vase was designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in Finland in 1956. It was in production from 1957 to 1966 and was available in various colors. It ...

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva, "Bird" Vases, Hand Blown Glass, Finland, 1950s
Timo Sarpaneva, "Bird" Vases, Hand Blown Glass, Finland, 1950s

Timo Sarpaneva, "Bird" Vases, Hand Blown Glass, Finland, 1950s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in High Point, NC

A green and brown hand blown glass pair of vases, designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Ittala.  

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Glass "Orkidea" (Orchid) Vase for Iittala, Finland, 20th Century
Timo Sarpaneva Glass "Orkidea" (Orchid) Vase for Iittala, Finland, 20th Century

Timo Sarpaneva Glass "Orkidea" (Orchid) Vase for Iittala, Finland, 20th Century

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Timo Sarpaneva Glass "Orkidea" (Orchid) Vase for Iittala, Finland, 20th Century. This piece is signed to the bottom.

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Set of Five Colourful Timo Sarpaneva Bird Bottles for Iittala 1950s
Set of Five Colourful Timo Sarpaneva Bird Bottles for Iittala 1950s

Set of Five Colourful Timo Sarpaneva Bird Bottles for Iittala 1950s

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Helsinki, FI

Timo Sarpaneva was internationally acclaimed and one of Finland`s leading artists and designers. He was especially known for his art glass objects, although he used a number of other materials in his designs, including metal, wood, porcelain and different textiles. Sarpaneva started designing for Iittala in the 1950s. His i-series is known worldwide. Also the Iittala Logo is his design. Timo Sarpaneva was awarded an enormous number of awards and medals for his works and designs, both nationally and internationally. These so called bird bottles...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Orchid or Orkidea Sculptural Crystal Vessel 1987 Iittala Finland
Timo Sarpaneva Orchid or Orkidea Sculptural Crystal Vessel 1987 Iittala Finland

Timo Sarpaneva Orchid or Orkidea Sculptural Crystal Vessel 1987 Iittala Finland

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Miami, FL

From Finnish Master Glassmaker Timo Sarpaneva 1926-2006, a 1987 production of the Iconic Orchid Sculptural Bud Vase in blown lead crystal. Designed in 1953 in clear crystal is meant...

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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Timo Sarpaneva Large Sculptural Glass Vase Marcel Iittala Finland 20th Century
Timo Sarpaneva Large Sculptural Glass Vase Marcel Iittala Finland 20th Century

Timo Sarpaneva Large Sculptural Glass Vase Marcel Iittala Finland 20th Century

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Troy, MI

Rare largest example of the Marcel vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland 1998 Biomorphic form with contrasting polished and frosted glass Etched signature to underside...

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Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass

Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A large vintage "Orkidea" (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with incised signature 'TIMO SARPANEVA 236 / 1990' on the base. An authentic piece of F...

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Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Set of Three Blue, Green and Violet Bird bottles, Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala, 1950s
Set of Three Blue, Green and Violet Bird bottles, Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala, 1950s

Set of Three Blue, Green and Violet Bird bottles, Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala, 1950s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Helsinki, FI

Timo Sarpaneva was internationally acclaimed and one of Finland`s leading artists and designers. He was especially known for his art glass objects made from blown glass. He did however use a number of other materials in his designs, including metal, wood, porcelain and different textiles. Sarpaneva started designing for Iittala in the 1950s. His i-series is known worldwide. Also the Iittala Logo is his design. Timo Sarpaneva was awarded an enormous number of awards and medals for his works and designs, both nationally and internationally. These so called bird bottles...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Kukinto Vase
Timo Sarpaneva Kukinto Vase

Timo Sarpaneva Kukinto Vase

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Kukinto translates to the English botany. A vibrant fasce floral form hand blown at Venini. This is the largest example, signed and dated 1994.

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1990s Italian Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Signed Purple Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland
Signed Purple Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland

Signed Purple Timo Sarpaneva Pullo Bird Bottle Glass Vase, Iittala, Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful art glass bottle vase or decanter, model „Pullo“ in violet from the 1950s. Designed by Timo Sarpaneva, executed by Iittala Finland. Fully signed on the bottom. In very go...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Vintage Vase 'Orkidea' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala A large vintage 'Orkidea' (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with Iittala lable and incised si...

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Vintage Glass Vase, Timo Sarpenevo, Finland
Vintage Glass Vase, Timo Sarpenevo, Finland

Vintage Glass Vase, Timo Sarpenevo, Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Chappaqua, NY

Vintage Glass Vase, Timo Sarpeneva, Finland. Heavy, blown glass vase with internal bubbles. An iconic design by renown Scandinavian designer, Timo Sarpeneva. Etched signature on bottom.

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Kukinto Short Glass Vase in Multicolor by Timo Sarpaneva

Kukinto Short Glass Vase in Multicolor by Timo Sarpaneva

By Venini, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With grace and harmony, glass appears as if floating in the air. It comes to life and starts to move. It moves from tones of Red to Apple Green and Sapphire blue, before ending on cl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Pair Of Timo Sarpaneva Claritas Vases, in Black & Clear Glass, Iittala 1980s
Pair Of Timo Sarpaneva Claritas Vases, in Black & Clear Glass, Iittala 1980s

Pair Of Timo Sarpaneva Claritas Vases, in Black & Clear Glass, Iittala 1980s

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Helsinki, FI

A pair of beautiful claritas vases designed by Timo Sarpaneva and manufactured by Iittala in Finland in the 1980s. Each piece of the Claritas series is unique and made without a moul...

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1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Vintage Art Glass Vase 'Claritas' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Vintage Art Glass Vase 'Claritas' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Vintage Art Glass Vase 'Claritas' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Vintage Art Glass Vase 'Claritas' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala A vintage 'Claritas' vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in the 1980s. Claritas are created from a highly int...

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1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Vintage Vase 'Claritas' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Vintage Vase 'Claritas' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Vintage Vase 'Claritas' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Vintage Vase 'Claritas' by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala A vintage 'Claritas' vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in the 1980s. Claritas are created from a highly intricate tec...

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1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Small Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala
Small Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

Small Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Small Vintage vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala A small vintage "Orkidea" (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953....

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Vase Iittala Jääpuikko Decanter Glass Finland 1958
Timo Sarpaneva Vase Iittala Jääpuikko Decanter Glass Finland 1958

Timo Sarpaneva Vase Iittala Jääpuikko Decanter Glass Finland 1958

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Basel, BS

Timo Sarpaneva decanter vase ‚Jääpuikko‘ (icicle) in deep blue crytsal for Iittala, made in Finland in 1958. Good condition with some scratches and minor water (lime) staining on th...

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Timo Sarpaneva Heart Vase, Iittala, Signed
Timo Sarpaneva Heart Vase, Iittala, Signed

Timo Sarpaneva Heart Vase, Iittala, Signed

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Stockholm, SE

A 1950s Iittala Timo Sarpaneva heart vase, signed to base.  

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Monumental Venini Modernist Vase by Timo Sarpaneva
Monumental Venini Modernist Vase by Timo Sarpaneva

Monumental Venini Modernist Vase by Timo Sarpaneva

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1990s, designed by Timo Sarpaneva of Helsinki, Finland, for the Venini Glassworks Venice. The "Kukinto" vase is a masterwork of Italian glassmaking, perfect for any decor. The...

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1990s Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Scandinavian Modern Minora Clear Glass Vase for Iittala Finland
Timo Sarpaneva Scandinavian Modern Minora Clear Glass Vase for Iittala Finland

Timo Sarpaneva Scandinavian Modern Minora Clear Glass Vase for Iittala Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Beautiful glass Minora vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva and manufactured in Finland by Iittala. This vase has an icy texured finish with a polished rim. Engraved TS on the bottom. Ab...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva, "Orchid" Vase, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Timo Sarpaneva, "Orchid" Vase, Glass, Finland, 1950s

Timo Sarpaneva, "Orchid" Vase, Glass, Finland, 1950s

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in High Point, NC

Blown glass "Orchid" vase designed by Timo Sarapaneva and produced by Iittala, Finland, 1950s.

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Claritas Art Glass Object in Black and White, Iittala 2005
Timo Sarpaneva Claritas Art Glass Object in Black and White, Iittala 2005

Timo Sarpaneva Claritas Art Glass Object in Black and White, Iittala 2005

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful claritas vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva and manufactured by Iittala in Finland. Each piece of the Claritas series is unique and made without a mould, showcasing the pure...

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Early 2000s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Venini Kukinto Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Timo Sarpaneva
Venini Kukinto Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Timo Sarpaneva

Venini Kukinto Glass Vase in Multi-Color by Timo Sarpaneva

By Timo Sarpaneva, Venini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Venini glass vase with straight body and funnel shaped neck in black, red, apple green, sapphire and crystal designed by Timo Sarpaneva in 1991. Perfect for indoor home decor as cont...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Timo Sarpaneva 'Finlandia' Mould Blown Glass Vase, Finland 1960s
Timo Sarpaneva 'Finlandia' Mould Blown Glass Vase, Finland 1960s

Timo Sarpaneva 'Finlandia' Mould Blown Glass Vase, Finland 1960s

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Milan, IT

Timo Sarpaneva 'Finlandia' Mould Blown Glass vase, Fully signed Timo Sarpaneva 3375 Finland 1960s.

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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

1957 Glass Vase Orchidée by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland
1957 Glass Vase Orchidée by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland

1957 Glass Vase Orchidée by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vase "Orchid" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala. FINLAND 1957. Steam blown, hand shaped glass, award winning design. Dimensions: 5.75 height x 2 diameter. Pl...

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva, Small Vase, Glass, Finland, 1950s
Timo Sarpaneva, Small Vase, Glass, Finland, 1950s

Timo Sarpaneva, Small Vase, Glass, Finland, 1950s

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in High Point, NC

A semi-smoked glass vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva and produced by Ittala, Finland, 1950s.

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Glass Crystal Vase Brutalist Modern Design, Finland, 1960 Grey
Timo Sarpaneva Glass Crystal Vase Brutalist Modern Design, Finland, 1960 Grey

Timo Sarpaneva Glass Crystal Vase Brutalist Modern Design, Finland, 1960 Grey

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Round Timo Sarpaneva glass crystal vase Brutalist modern design, Finland, 1960 grey.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Timo Sarpaneva 'Cardinal's Hat' for Iittala in Lilac, 1957
Timo Sarpaneva 'Cardinal's Hat' for Iittala in Lilac, 1957

Timo Sarpaneva 'Cardinal's Hat' for Iittala in Lilac, 1957

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Helsinki, FI

Timo Sarpaneva received the Grand Prix award for this art piece in the Milan Triennial XI in 1957. It was made in a number of different colors. The material is glass, clear and viole...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Model 'I-400' Straight Bird Bottle by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, Finland, 1956
Model 'I-400' Straight Bird Bottle by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, Finland, 1956

Model 'I-400' Straight Bird Bottle by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, Finland, 1956

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Steenwijk, NL

A design by Timo Sarpaneva from 1956. It was in production from 1957-1966. This specific bottle is engraved "T Sarpaneva 2500". This deep blue version is a more rare color to find an...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1953
Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1953

Vintage Vase "Orkidea" by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala, 1953

By Timo Sarpaneva, Iittala

Located in Berghuelen, DE

A vintage "Orkidea" (Orchid) vase designed by Timo Sarpameva for Iittala in 1953. Marked with incised signature 'timo sarpaneva 3586' on the base. An authentic piece of Finnish glass...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

"Kelo" Art Glass Vase
"Kelo" Art Glass Vase

"Kelo" Art Glass Vase

By Venini, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in New York, NY

"Kelo" Italian art glass vase by Timo Sarpaneva for Venini & Co. Glass, clear, black, white and red. Marked: Venini 90 Sarpaneva (engraved).

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1990s Italian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Art Glass

Red Glass Bottle / Vase by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957
Red Glass Bottle / Vase by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957

Red Glass Bottle / Vase by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Red Glass Bottle / Vase by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957 Additional Information: Material: Glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Glass bottle / vase model P...

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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva  Rare, Glass Vase 'Devil's Pearl" 1955 for Iittala, Signed
Timo Sarpaneva  Rare, Glass Vase 'Devil's Pearl" 1955 for Iittala, Signed

Timo Sarpaneva Rare, Glass Vase 'Devil's Pearl" 1955 for Iittala, Signed

By Ittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Just an amazing glass vase, very rare and a great design, by Timo Sarpaneva. Has a flea bite on rim as show in picture.

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1950s Finnish Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Timo Sarpaneva glass vase/ vessel  for Littala "56"
Timo Sarpaneva glass vase/ vessel  for Littala "56"

Timo Sarpaneva glass vase/ vessel for Littala "56"

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Timo Sarpaneva glass vase made for Little , Finland , signed and dated 56 plus silver label .

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1950s Finnish Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

A Pair of Finnish 1950s Vases Model Orchidéa by Timo Sarpaneva for Ittala
A Pair of Finnish 1950s Vases Model Orchidéa by Timo Sarpaneva for Ittala

A Pair of Finnish 1950s Vases Model Orchidéa by Timo Sarpaneva for Ittala

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Örebro, SE

This is the Finnish sculptural pair of vases, model Orckidéa 3568 designed in 1953 in polished crystal glass from Ittala. It comes with two tower shaped pieces, gently tapered with s...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland
Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass bottle / vase model Pullo / Bird vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in Finland.

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland
Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass bottle / vase model Pullo / Bird vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in Finland.

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Timo Sarpaneva 'Cardinal's Hat'  for Iittala in Greenish Gray Colour, 1957
Timo Sarpaneva 'Cardinal's Hat'  for Iittala in Greenish Gray Colour, 1957

Timo Sarpaneva 'Cardinal's Hat' for Iittala in Greenish Gray Colour, 1957

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Helsinki, FI

Timo Sarpaneva received the Grand Prix award for this art piece in the Milan Triennial XI in 1957. It was made in a number of different colors. The material is glass, clear and viole...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Italian Murano Glass Vase Kelo Model by Timo Sarpeneva for Venini, Italy
Italian Murano Glass Vase Kelo Model by Timo Sarpeneva for Venini, Italy

Italian Murano Glass Vase Kelo Model by Timo Sarpeneva for Venini, Italy

By Venini, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Milan, Italy

Murano glass vase designed by Timo Sarpeneva for Venini in 1988. Exhibited at Tingo design gallery in 2008 for the exhibition Murano a go-go. Out production. Original label and signed.

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Murano Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Glass Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird by Iittala in Finland
Timo Sarpaneva Glass Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird by Iittala in Finland

Timo Sarpaneva Glass Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird by Iittala in Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass bottle / vase model Pullo / Bird vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in Finland.

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpaneva Glass Vases 'Orchid' by Iittala in Finland
Timo Sarpaneva Glass Vases 'Orchid' by Iittala in Finland

Timo Sarpaneva Glass Vases 'Orchid' by Iittala in Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass vases model Orchid designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in Finland.

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpeneva Glass Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland
Timo Sarpeneva Glass Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

Timo Sarpeneva Glass Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass bottle / vase model Pullo / Bird vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in Finland.

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Pair of Vases by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in Bamboo Shape Glass
Pair of Vases by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in Bamboo Shape Glass

Pair of Vases by Timo Sarpaneva for Iittala in Bamboo Shape Glass

By Iittala, Timo Sarpaneva

Located in London, GB

A pair of hand blown glass vases designed in 1964 by Timo Sarpaneva (1926-2006) for Iittala, Finland. Textured glass outside with a bamboo design is achieved by mold-blown technique ...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Blown Glass

Glass Bottle / Vase in Glass by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957
Glass Bottle / Vase in Glass by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957

Glass Bottle / Vase in Glass by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass Bottle / Vase in Glass by Timo Sarpaneva, 1957 Additional Information: Material: Glass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Glass bottle / vase model Pullo Produced by Iittala in ...

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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Glass

Faceted Crystal "Orchid" Bud Vase by Timo Sarpaneva for littala, Finland
Faceted Crystal "Orchid" Bud Vase by Timo Sarpaneva for littala, Finland

Faceted Crystal "Orchid" Bud Vase by Timo Sarpaneva for littala, Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite, Mid-Century Modern, faceted crystal "Orchid" bud vase by Timo Sarpaneva for littala, Finland.

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

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Crystal

Scandinavian Mid-Century Organic Modern Blown Glass Vase by Timo Sarpaneva
Scandinavian Mid-Century Organic Modern Blown Glass Vase by Timo Sarpaneva

Scandinavian Mid-Century Organic Modern Blown Glass Vase by Timo Sarpaneva

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in New York, NY

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern vase in clear thick mold blown glass by Timo Sarpaneva. Rare, small production.

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland
Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

Timo Sarpaneva Bottle / Vase Model Pullo / Bird Vase by Iittala in Finland

By Timo Sarpaneva

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Glass bottle / vase model Pullo / Bird vase designed by Timo Sarpaneva. Produced by Iittala in Finland.

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Timo Sarpaneva Vases and Vessels

Materials

Glass

Timo Sarpaneva vases and vessels for sale on 1stDibs.

Timo Sarpaneva vases and vessels are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Timo Sarpaneva vases and vessels, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 50 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original vases and vessels by Timo Sarpaneva were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider vases and vessels by Tapio Wirkkala, Gunnel Nyman, and Nuutajärvi Notsjõ. Prices for Timo Sarpaneva vases and vessels can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $222 and can go as high as $10,208, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,616.